What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Event Producer, Drive Experiences position at Rivian?
About Rivian
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Role Summary
Rivian is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Event Producer to lead the planning, execution, and post-event analysis of our drive experiences. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for experiential marketing, a deep understanding of automotive or related industries, and exceptional project management skills. You will be responsible for ensuring seamless event delivery, exceeding customer expectations, and driving brand engagement through innovative and memorable experiential programs.
To be successful in this role, you must be solution oriented, have a passion for travel, be a natural connector, and take a customer-first approach. You demonstrate decisiveness, adaptability and agility when making on-the-spot decisions, never sacrificing quality or work interactions. You are the ultimate brand ambassador and accountable for creating a highly productive environment in which customers have a meaningful and memorable experience, Rivian staff are motivated and engaged, and the business performs and thrives.
Responsibilities
Event Planning:
Salary Range for New York Based Applicants: $94,000 to $118,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Salary Range for California Based Applicants: $87,000 to $109,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Salary Range for Atlanta, GA Based Applicants: $79,000 to $99,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com .
Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what’s possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
Role Summary
Rivian is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Event Producer to lead the planning, execution, and post-event analysis of our drive experiences. The ideal candidate will possess a strong passion for experiential marketing, a deep understanding of automotive or related industries, and exceptional project management skills. You will be responsible for ensuring seamless event delivery, exceeding customer expectations, and driving brand engagement through innovative and memorable experiential programs.
To be successful in this role, you must be solution oriented, have a passion for travel, be a natural connector, and take a customer-first approach. You demonstrate decisiveness, adaptability and agility when making on-the-spot decisions, never sacrificing quality or work interactions. You are the ultimate brand ambassador and accountable for creating a highly productive environment in which customers have a meaningful and memorable experience, Rivian staff are motivated and engaged, and the business performs and thrives.
Responsibilities
Event Planning:
- Collaboratively develop event briefs that align with program objectives
- Serve as liaison with venues, suppliers, and partners connected to event
- Setup budget codes and vendor onboarding documents as needed
- Manage project timelines and resource allocations
- Develop all event documentation including ROS, SRM creation, Splash creation, tracking needs, staffing plan and contact sheet
- Coordinate with internal cross-functional stakeholders on project deliverables
- Ensure all event elements are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
- Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges.
- Oversee all aspects of event logistics, including vehicle and demo drive routing, staffing, event communications (internal and external), and on-site event management.
- Oversee the setup and breakdown of event infrastructure, including driving courses, display areas, and hospitality zones.
- Solve problems and overcome challenges with creativity and ingenuity.
- Ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.
- Operate in a remote setting, traveling to lead and support a variety of customer facing events and activations
- Gather and analyze participant feedback and event data.
- Prepare comprehensive post-event reports, including ROI analysis and recommendations for future event in a timely manner as identified by the team
- Present findings to internal stakeholders
- Participate in quarterly and annual business reviews and event planning sessions to optimize feedback and learnings.
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, event management, communications, or a related field.
- 7 years of experience in event production, with a focus on ride & drives, tours or automotive events.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects and delivering exceptional results.
- Strong understanding of automotive or related industries.
- Excellent project management, organizational, and time management skills.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and customer experience skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team. You are a natural connector.
- Possess an entrepreneurial mindset and take a resourceful approach to projects
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and passion for frequent travel up to 70% of the time
Salary Range for New York Based Applicants: $94,000 to $118,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Salary Range for California Based Applicants: $87,000 to $109,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Salary Range for Atlanta, GA Based Applicants: $79,000 to $99,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).
Benefits Summary: Rivian provides robust medical/Rx, dental and vision insurance packages for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26. Full Time Employee coverage is effective on the first day of employment. Part-Time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at candidateaccommodations@rivian.com .
Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes (“Candidate Personal Data”). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website, network/device, recruiting system usage/interaction, security and preference information. Rivian may use your Candidate Personal Data for the purposes of (i) tracking interactions with our recruiting system; (ii) carrying out, analyzing and improving our application and recruitment process, including assessing you and your application and conducting employment, background and reference checks; (iii) establishing an employment relationship or entering into an employment contract with you; (iv) complying with our legal, regulatory and corporate governance obligations; (v) recordkeeping; (vi) ensuring network and information security and preventing fraud; and (vii) as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law.
Rivian may share your Candidate Personal Data with (i) internal personnel who have a need to know such information in order to perform their duties, including individuals on our People Team, Finance, Legal, and the team(s) with the position(s) for which you are applying; (ii) Rivian affiliates; and (iii) Rivian’s service providers, including providers of background checks, staffing services, and cloud services.
Rivian may transfer or store internationally your Candidate Personal Data, including to or in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the European Union and in the cloud, and this data may be subject to the laws and accessible to the courts, law enforcement and national security authorities of such jurisdictions.
Please note that we are currently not accepting applications from third party application services.
Salary : $79,000 - $99,000
